Types of Qualitative Research

Ethnographic

This study involves the collection and analysis of data about cultural groups or minorities. The researcher immerses with the people who are the Key Informants and becomes part of their culture.

Narrative

The main sources of data for this type of research are the life accounts of individuals based on their personal experiences. The life accounts may be analyzed psychologically, biographically, or through discourse.

Phenomenological

This kind of research is being used when a researcher wants to describe an event, activity, or phenomenon.

Case Study

It is an in-depth examination of an individual, groups of people, or an institution. It provides information on where to draw conclusions about the impact of a significant event in one’s life.